Shri Ugratara Sthan, Mahishi
Temple · Ugratara, a form of Tara / Bhagwati · Mahishi village, Saharsa, Bihar
It is the principal tantric Shakti shrine of the Kosi region
An ancient Shaktipeetha known for tantric practice; the standing temple dates to the 16th century and was established by Queen Padmavati of Raj Darbhanga. Legend says the sage Vashishtha performed severe penance here, and the name comes from ugratapa. Mahishi is also the traditional home village of Mandana Mishra.
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- Area
- Mahishi
Yatras that include Shri Ugratara Sthan
- Shakti Yatra: Mahishi, in Saharsa. A tantric shrine with a following across Mithila.
Tirtham can arrange here
Guide, car and stay around Mahishi
Also around Mahishi
- Mithila makhana: The fox nut Bihar grows for almost all of India, one of Mithila's three emblems with paan and fish; GI-registered in 2022.
Nearby places
- Kandaha Surya Mandir: It is the Sun temple of the Kosi region and a Chhath site
Questions pilgrims ask
Why is Shri Ugratara Sthan important?
An ancient Shaktipeetha known for tantric practice; the standing temple dates to the 16th century and was established by Queen Padmavati of Raj Darbhanga. Legend says the sage Vashishtha performed severe penance here, and the name comes from ugratapa. Mahishi is also the traditional home village of Mandana Mishra.
Can Tirtham plan a yatra to Shri Ugratara Sthan?
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